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KUS 388Y

1982 Triumph TR7 Convertible

Maroon Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,895 mi
Last recorded86,895 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2007
Typical for 1982 Triumph TR7 Convertible71,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUS 388Y
MakeTriumph
ModelTR7 Convertible
Year1982
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2007 86,895 miles

Both front flexi hose ferrules slightly corroded

Corrosion n/s/f wing/sill not in prescribed area

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Indicators working correctly on hazard at time of test, but are known to be tempremental.

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 6 Oct 2007 86,875 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front flexi hose ferrules slightly corroded

Corrosion n/s/f wing/sill not in prescribed area

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 84,943 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph TR7 Convertible?

Based on 1,243 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
522
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 88
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
fog lamp not working 53
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 47
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 45
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KUS 388Y is a 1982 Triumph TR7 Convertible in Maroon with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Triumph TR7 Convertible models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 71,183 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph TR7 Convertible fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KUS 388Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR7 Convertible typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 44 years old, this Triumph TR7 Convertible is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KUS 388Y registered?

KUS 388Y is a 1982 Triumph TR7 Convertible, first registered on 6 September 1982.

Is KUS 388Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUS 388Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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